Inspection Reports for Walnut Ridge
411 Windmill St, Walnut Cove, NC 27052, United States, NC, 27052
Back to Facility ProfileDeficiencies (last 4 years)
Deficiencies (over 4 years)
8.3 deficiencies/year
Deficiencies are regulatory violations found during state inspections.
60% worse than North Carolina average
North Carolina average: 5.2 deficiencies/yearDeficiencies per year
16
12
8
4
0
Census
Latest occupancy rate
100% occupied
Based on a October 2019 inspection.
Census over time
NC DHSR Star Rating History
| Date | Rating | Score | Merits | Demerits | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 10, 2025 | 103.5 | 3.5 | 0 | Annual Inspection | |
| Sep 27, 2022 | 102.5 | 2.5 | 0 | Annual Inspection | |
| Oct 25, 2019 | 103.5 | 3.5 | 0 | Annual Inspection | |
| Jun 23, 2016 | 105.5 | 5.5 | 0 | Annual Inspection | |
| Aug 26, 2014 | 103.25 | 1.25 | 0 | Follow-Up Inspection | |
| May 23, 2014 | 102 | 5.5 | 3.5 | Annual Inspection | |
| Feb 25, 2014 | 105.5 | 0 | 0 | Re-Issued | |
| Mar 6, 2013 | 98 | 8 | 0 | Annual Inspection | |
| Aug 18, 2011 | 93.5 | 5 | 0 | Annual Inspection | |
| Aug 1, 2011 | 88.5 | 2.5 | 14 | Annual Inspection | |
| Apr 26, 2010 | 105.5 | 5.5 | 0 | Annual Inspection | |
| Jul 9, 2009 | 100 | 2.5 | 0 | Follow-Up Inspection | |
| Mar 31, 2009 | 97.5 | 3 | 5.5 | Annual Inspection |
Inspection Report
Follow-Up
Deficiencies: 0
Date: Apr 29, 2025
Visit Reason
Biennial Construction Follow Up Survey conducted to verify correction of previously identified deficiencies.
Findings
Deficiencies have been corrected. No further action is needed.
Inspection Report
Capacity: 63
Deficiencies: 1
Date: Feb 25, 2025
Visit Reason
This is a Construction Section Biennial Survey conducted to assess compliance with building and fire safety codes applicable to the facility.
Findings
The survey found deficiencies related to the building's fire safety components, specifically the use of unapproved electromagnetic hold-open devices on corridor doors that do not release upon fire alarm activation, posing a risk to occupant safety.
Deficiencies (1)
Failure to maintain the building's fire safety components in a safe operating condition due to unapproved electromagnetic hold-open devices on corridor doors that do not release on fire alarm activation.
Report Facts
Number of corridor doors with unapproved hold-open devices: 10
Licensed capacity: 63
Inspection Report
Census: 63
Capacity: 63
Deficiencies: 7
Date: Oct 31, 2019
Visit Reason
The inspection was a Construction Section Biennial Survey conducted to assess compliance with licensing rules and building codes for Walnut Ridge Assisted Living, including the Special Care Unit.
Findings
Multiple deficiencies were cited including unclean and damaged ceilings, presence of unpleasant odors, facility hazards such as obstructed egress and unsecured oxygen bottles, and fire safety equipment not maintained in operating condition with obstructions and damaged fire-rated ceilings.
Deficiencies (7)
Ceilings were not kept clean and in good repair, including dust accumulation and water damage with peeling and mildew.
Facility was not free of unpleasant odors, including strong urine odor in Room B07.
Facility was not maintained free of obstructions and hazards; a 4x4 post blocked a hall exit path.
Oxygen bottles stored without restraint, posing a hazard.
Fire safety equipment not maintained; sprinkler heads obstructed by stacked boxes.
Fire doors did not latch properly, potentially exposing occupants to smoke or fire.
Holes or gaps in fire resistant ceilings could allow fire and smoke to spread beyond the area of origin.
Report Facts
Licensed residents: 63
Special Care Unit beds: 20
Inspection Report
Census: 63
Capacity: 63
Deficiencies: 12
Date: Aug 25, 2017
Visit Reason
The report documents a biennial construction section survey conducted to assess compliance with physical plant, fire safety, and building code requirements for Walnut Ridge Assisted Living.
Findings
Multiple deficiencies were cited including missing exit signs, lack of current fire and sanitation inspection reports, unclean mechanical systems, unsecured oxygen cylinders, incomplete fire safety rehearsals documentation, unsafe building equipment and fire safety features, electrical hazards, and malfunctioning fire doors.
Deficiencies (12)
Building did not provide all required exits with exit signs.
Facility failed to maintain current annual sanitation and fire safety inspection reports.
Building mechanical systems had excessive accumulation of dust/lint.
Oxygen cylinder stored standing up and not secured, creating hazard.
Facility failed to document all aspects of fire plan rehearsals adequately.
Doors protecting smoke barriers did not close completely and latch.
Fire rated doors of hazardous or incidental areas not maintained in safe condition.
Emergency exit signs had incorrect directional indicators.
Fire-resistance-rated ceiling penetrations not properly firestopped, allowing smoke and heat spread.
Electrical panel access blocked and GFCI receptacle failed to trip on test.
Interior doors did not close completely or latch properly.
Automatic roll-down fire door between kitchen and dining not inspected as required.
Report Facts
Residents served: 63
Special Care Unit residents: 20
Date of last Fire Marshal Inspection: Nov 17, 2015
Minimum clear working space at electrical panel: 36
Actual clear working space at electrical panel: 29
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Ed Miller | Conducted the Construction Section Biennial Survey | |
| Executive Director | Interviewed regarding missing inspection reports, fire plan rehearsals, and fire door maintenance | |
| Facility Manager | Interviewed regarding missing inspection reports | |
| Administrator | Interviewed regarding fire plan rehearsals | |
| Maintenance Technician | Interviewed regarding fire plan rehearsals |
Inspection Report
Census: 63
Deficiencies: 13
Date: Oct 8, 2015
Visit Reason
Biennial Construction Survey to assess compliance with physical plant, fire safety, and building code requirements for Walnut Ridge Assisted Living.
Findings
The facility failed to meet several physical plant and fire safety requirements including improper installation of emergency release switches on magnetic locks, inadequate fire separations and storage conditions, obstructions in corridors, unsafe housekeeping practices, non-functional fire safety equipment, compromised fire rated walls and doors, improper handling of medical oxygen cylinders, presence of prohibited portable electric heaters, and non-functioning exhaust ventilation in the Special Care Unit.
Deficiencies (13)
Improper installation of emergency release switches on magnetic locks; momentary push-button type used instead of on/off switch.
Storage room (Room B21) used for combustible storage without required sprinkler protection and fire barriers.
Combustible storage and folding tables obstructing corridors near Special Care exit.
Use of temporary extension cords for permanent wiring in laundry; extension cord extended through laundry door.
Range hood fire suppression system in kitchen not inspected monthly; last inspection was in July.
Fire extinguisher in Special Care corridor is in an unlocked cabinet that is difficult to open.
Smoke barrier cross-corridor doors fail to close completely and latch; multiple corridor doors wedged or propped open.
One-hour fire rated walls and ceilings compromised by holes, unsealed penetrations, and missing dampers.
Battery powered emergency light near Nurse station in Special Care does not work.
Duct mounted smoke detector sampling tube installed incorrectly with holes oriented away from airflow.
Portable medical oxygen cylinders improperly stored in unapproved containers or no containers.
Portable electric heater found in Administrator's office, violating prohibition.
Exhaust ventilation system not working in assisted bath/shower room in Special Care Unit.
Report Facts
Resident census: 63
Combustible items stored: 16
Combustible items stored: 8
Combustible items stored: 2
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